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Microchip Announces New Arm-Based PIC with Built-in Bluetooth Low Energy Connectivity
by Cristina Costa

Microchip Announces New Arm-Based PIC with Built-in Bluetooth Low Energy Connectivity

Microchip Technology introduced its first Arm Cortex-M4F-based PIC microcontroller (MCU) family that solves basic wireless connectivity design challenges by integrating Bluetooth Low Energy functionality directly into one of a system’s most basic components, supported by one of the industry’s most comprehensive developer ecosystems. Microchip's new PIC32CX-BZ2 MCU family is available in SoCs QFN packages and complete PCB modules and antenna.
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NAD Electronics Announces 50th Anniversary Limited Edition 3050 LE Stereophonic Amplifier
by audioXpress Staff

NAD Electronics Announces 50th Anniversary Limited Edition 3050 LE Stereophonic Amplifier

NAD Electronics is celebrating the brand's 50 years with a series of events from October 2022 until May 2023, at the Munich High-End Show. Another initiative to celebrate the 50th anniversary of NAD’s founding in 1972 is the launch of a vintage-inspired limited edition integrated amplifier. The C 3050 LE Stereophonic Amplifier pays homage to the 1970s classic NAD 3030, featuring retro design elements including a satin walnut case, dual VU meters, push-button controls, and NAD’s original cursive-style branding.
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SEAS and Merry Electronics Announce the Launch of New SEAS Orbit Speaker Series
by Joao Martins

SEAS and Merry Electronics Announce the Launch of New SEAS Orbit Speaker Series

For many decades, manufacturers and speaker designers have learned to admire the quality, consistency and innovations coming from SEAS of Norway. Today, the speaker manufacturer is part of a much larger organization within Merry Electronics and the new SEAS Orbit Series features drivers developed in cooperation with the Taiwan-based company, aiming to address the requirements of OEMs looking for high-quality speakers for smart speakers, soundbars and videoconference systems.
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HEAD acoustics Implements Alexa ACAR Testing
by Joao Martins

HEAD acoustics Implements Alexa ACAR Testing

Following the availability of the labCORE extension module coreIP-Alexa, specifically created for measurement and validation of the user experience using voice on Alexa-built-in devices, HEAD acoustics now announced a comprehensive Alexa Communications Audio Requirements (ACAR) implementation that enable developers to leverage the full speech and communication potential of Alexa-built-in devices when performing Alexa-to-Alexa calls.
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Apple and Mercedes-Benz Announce New Dolby Atmos In-Car Experiences
by Joao Martins

Apple and Mercedes-Benz Announce New Dolby Atmos In-Car Experiences

Apple and Mercedes Benz announced that Apple Music’s Spatial Audio content with support for Dolby Atmos is now available as a native experience in Mercedes Benz vehicles for the first time. Apple Music with Spatial Audio comes fully integrated through the brand's MBUX infotainment system in the Mercedes Maybach S Class, the EQS and EQS SUV, as well as the EQE, EQE SUV and the S Class. These vehicles are all equipped with studio-quality sound, giving drivers a fully immersive listening experience.
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Celestion Adds A-Type Dynamic Speaker Responses Collection for SpeakerMix Pro
by audioXpress Staff

Celestion Adds A-Type Dynamic Speaker Responses Collection for SpeakerMix Pro

Celestion announced that its A-Type guitar speakers are available as a Dynamic Speaker Response (DSR) that capture the sound and feel of the speaker’s dynamic, non-linear responses for even more tonal detail. All Celestion DSRs are designed especially for use with SpeakerMix Pro, the self-contained studio-grade DAW plug-in which adds new levels of detail to guitar and bass speaker tones.
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Cleer Audio Announces Roam Sport True Wireless Noise Cancelling Sports Earbuds with aptX Adaptive Audio
by Joao Martins

Cleer Audio Announces Roam Sport True Wireless Noise Cancelling Sports Earbuds with aptX Adaptive Audio

Joining the wave of new headphones and earbuds announced in just a few weeks, all of which are based on Qualcomm's latest wireless voice and music platforms, Cleer Audio announced its new Roam Sport Noise Cancelling True Wireless Earbuds, designed, and built for active lifestyles. The new IPX4 certified sweat and water resistance Roam Sport design stands up to the toughest sports activities and features the latest aptX Adaptive and active noise cancellation.
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The OCA Alliance Highlights AES70 and IP Media Control at AES NY 2022 and SMPTE Media Technology Summit
by audioXpress Staff

The OCA Alliance Highlights AES70 and IP Media Control at AES NY 2022 and SMPTE Media Technology Summit

The OCA Alliance, a non-profit corporation formed to promote the AES70 standard and Open Control Architecture (OCA) ecosystem, as a control solution for professional media networking applications will present the latest features in the standard’s upcoming release at two important industry events. First with a presentation at the AES NY convention, October 19-20, followed by the annual SMPTE Media Technology Summit, in Hollywood, CA.
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Andover Audio Launches New SpinBase MAX All-in-One Powered Speaker System for Turntables
by audioXpress Staff

Andover Audio Launches New SpinBase MAX All-in-One Powered Speaker System for Turntables

Building on the success of its popular SpinBase powered speaker system designed to support a turntable, Andover Audio announces the updated SpinBase MAX (MSRP: $499). Like the original SpinBase, the new MAX improves the speaker performance and styling for vinyl enthusiasts who seek a compact yet high-quality speaker system to complete their turntable setup, without the complexity and space demands of separate speakers.
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KEF Launches Mu7 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones
by Joao Martins

KEF Launches Mu7 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones

After being available exclusively to the brand members club, KEF opened up sales of its new active noise cancelling over-ear headphones with a stunning design by Ross Lovegrove. The new KEF Mu7 Smart Active Noise Cancellation Wireless Headphones are one of the best examples of a product that leverages Qualcomm's platforms, featuring aptX HD, combined with 40mm full range dynamic drivers in precision-engineered aluminum earcups and frame with replaceable leatherette memory foam ear cushions.
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